India, June 10 -- A man was killed on Sunday after an allegedly speeding BEST bus hit him in Govandi while he was crossing the road. The driver was arrested later that night for causing death due to negligence.

The deceased, Barkat Shaikh, 30, worked as a salesman. On Sunday night, he was crossing the 90 Feet Road to return home. Around 9.30pm, an allegedly speeding BEST bus heading towards the new bus depot in Shivaji Nagar hit him, said a police officer.

The bus driver did not immediately stop the bus, causing Shaikh to become stuck under it. As it moved, the bus dragged him for a few meters from the spot and was eventually crushed under the rear wheel of the bus. The officer added that Shaikh suffered severe injuries and his left han...